This bunker was completely filled with water
Before the rains, we were able to get final approval on 5, 6 and 7 greens. We are still on track to start sprigging this week and we will also start seeding greens and "native areas". Irrigation is almost done on the course and we will move right into the driving range and short game area. 
Final touches on #6 green
Last week we were able to vent all greens. Venting greens helps relieve some compaction and helps get oxygen into the root zone. These ventings are one of the most important agronomic practices that we will do all year. Our greens, just like you and me, need to breathe. Opening them up with these solid tine aerifications really allow our greens to breathe.
We also had a little fun last week. Our friends at the Timmons Group came out with one of their quad copter drones. We were able to get some footage of the existing course and some of the new construction. We should have everything edited this week. As soon as it's ready, I will post the video for everyone to see.
The Timmons drone taking flight!
This are looking great Jay! As one of the first few residents of Magnolia Green, I was fortunate to get to watch a golf hole being built (current #6) behind my house. It's amazing to think of how all that dirt became the sweet ass course we have now! It's a testament to you and your staff! I was one of the very first members to play the opening nine and hope to do the same on the new nine!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, love the new bermuda grass "rings" around the existing greens! It's nice to have that little edge on the green as you move into the fringe. I noticed the same type of look at CCV when I played there a few weeks ago. Plus it's keeping my ball out of some of the collection areas these days while it's still thick and growing!! LOL! Keep up the fantastic work!
Thanks for the comments! See you on the course!
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